A serious traffic accident was reported this Monday in Havana, specifically at the intersection of 4th Street and 8 Vías, in the municipality of San Miguel del Padrón.
A video shared on social media by content creator Yuriel Fernández showed the vehicle - a modern car - severely damaged in the front, after allegedly colliding with a tree.
According to preliminary information, the driver managed to escape unharmed and only sustained minor injuries, despite the severity of the accident.
The accident occurred when the vehicle lost control and ended up hitting the road at an intersection known for its heavy traffic.
Witnesses reported that, after the collision, local residents quickly rushed to the scene to help the driver while assessing the damage caused by the impact.
So far, no additional information has emerged, and the causes of the accident remain unclear.
Reactions: "Born again"
The state of the vehicle has generated numerous reactions among internet users, many of whom have expressed surprise that the driver survived.
"It was reborn", commented a user upon seeing the images of the car after the crash.
Other comments highlighted the magnitude of the accident and attributed the driver's survival to luck or divine intervention.
"My God... he was born again. Incredible. God protected him," wrote one internet user; while a third concluded: "Thank God nothing serious happened."
Among the reactions, there were also those who pointed out the contradiction between the accident and the lack of transportation in the country.
Concern for road safety
The incident brings back to the forefront concerns about road safety in high-traffic areas of the Cuban capital.
Residents of nearby areas have pointed out on various occasions that intersections and avenues in the municipality have been the scene of several accidents in recent years, prompting calls to improve signage and enhance traffic surveillance.
At the national level, traffic accidents continue to be a significant problem.
In 2025, Cuba recorded 7,538 accidents, resulting in 750 fatalities and 6,718 injuries, figures that reflect the ongoing risks on the country's roads.
Specialists point out that human factors remain the leading cause of accidents, particularly due to not respecting right-of-way, driver distraction, and excessive speed. According to official reports, these behaviors were linked to approximately 72% of the recorded accidents.
Another factor that has influenced accidents is the increase in the number of motorcycles and mopeds on the streets, which raises the vulnerability of both drivers and pedestrians, in a context where many roads are in poor condition or have limited signage.
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